Nestled beneath the Seminary Hill walking trails lies your next fairytale adventure. Just steps from downtown Centralia—where eateries, live music, art, craft beer, and community hum with a spirit reminiscent of 1970s Woodstock—sits the quintessential PNW cottage escape. Perfectly positioned in the center of it all, you’re a scenic drive from the salt air of the Pacific, the powder of White Pass, and easy weekend wanderings to Seattle or Portland. Centralia quietly offers the best of the Northwest without asking for attention. Inside, this thoughtfully designed 1,500+ sq ft cottage invites connection. A spacious great room was made for late-night whispers, laughter that lingers too long, and guests who somehow stay past bedtime. The eat-in kitchen melts into the surrounding greenery, wrapped in natural light pouring through every corner. Two bedrooms share a charming Jack-and-Jill bath, embracing the beauty of simple living. Upstairs, the primary retreat offers a little separation from the world, plus a generous bonus room—because everyone deserves a bonus. Outside, enjoy a fully fenced yard with patio space for late laughs around the fire, a front porch made for morning coffee and twilight talks, and the Seminary trails practically at your doorstep. Come explore all the Pacific Northwest has to offer… while the hiking is still good.
Pending
Listed by: Voetberg Hansen Real Estate • Levi M Althauser
$349,000
512 E Pear Street, Centralia, WA 98531
3beds
1,527sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1920
6,050 Square Feet Lot
$351,000 Zestimate®
$229/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Eat-in kitchenGenerous bonus roomSpacious great room
- 46 days |
- 42 |
- 3 |
Likely to sell faster than
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Offers reviewed: May 31
Listed by:
Levi M Althauser,
Voetberg Hansen Real Estate
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 2530380
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Level: Second
Bedroom
- Level: Main
Bedroom
- Level: Main
Bathroom full
- Level: Main
Other
- Level: Second
Bonus room
- Level: Second
Den office
- Level: Second
Dining room
- Level: Main
Entry hall
- Level: Main
Family room
- Level: Main
Great room
- Level: Main
Kitchen with eating space
- Level: Main
Living room
- Level: Main
Rec room
- Level: Second
Utility room
- Level: Main
Heating
- Forced Air, Electric
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer, Dishwasher(s), Refrigerator(s), Washer(s), Water Heater: Electric, Water Heater Location: Utility Room
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Dining Room, Pantry
- Flooring: Hardwood, Laminate
- Windows: Dbl Pane/Storm Window
- Basement: None
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,527
- Total interior livable area: 1,527 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Off Street, RV Parking
Features
- Levels: One and One Half
- Stories: 1
- Entry location: Main
- Patio & porch: Ceiling Fan(s), Dbl Pane/Storm Window, Dining Room, Pantry, Water Heater
Lot
- Size: 6,050 Square Feet
- Features: Paved, Sidewalk, Deck, Fenced-Fully, Patio, RV Parking
- Topography: Level
- Residential vegetation: Fruit Trees
Details
- Parcel number: 003077002000
- Zoning: R8
- Zoning description: Jurisdiction: City
- Special conditions: Standard
- Other equipment: Leased Equipment: No
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: 1 1/2 Story
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Foundation: Concrete Ribbon
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Year built: 1920
- Major remodel year: 1920
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Company: City of Centralia
- Sewer: Sewer Connected, Company: City of Centralia
- Water: Community, Company: City of Centralia
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Seminary Hill
Location
- Region: Centralia
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $229/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $266,600
- Annual tax amount: $2,500
- Offers reviewed: 05/31/2026
- Date on market: 5/29/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 45 days
- Listing terms: Conventional,FHA,USDA Loan,VA Loan
- Inclusions: Dishwasher(s), Leased Equipment, Refrigerator(s), Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer(s)
Estimated market value
$351,000
$333,000 - $369,000
$1,909/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/3/2026 | Pending sale | $349,000$229/sqft |
Source:  NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2530380 Report a problem | ||
| 5/28/2026 | Listed for sale | $349,000+441.1%$229/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2530380 Report a problem | ||
| 1/8/2021 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: Zillow Rental Manager Report a problem | ||
| 12/18/2020 | Listed for rent | $1,850$1/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 7/9/2012 | Sold | $64,500$42/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #363002 Report a problem | ||
| 5/31/2012 | Price change | $64,500-40.8%$42/sqft |
Source: Homepath #363002 Report a problem | ||
| 5/27/2012 | Price change | -- |
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| 1/15/2012 | Price change | $109,000-5.2%$71/sqft |
Source: CENTURY 21 Lund, Realtors #300420 Report a problem | ||
| 1/1/2012 | Price change | $115,000-5.3%$75/sqft |
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| 12/19/2011 | Listed for sale | $121,500$80/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,328 -6.9% | $266,600 -3.6% |
| 2024 | $2,499 +35.2% | $276,500 -2.2% |
| 2023 | $1,849 -20.1% | $282,600 +20.7% |
| 2021 | $2,313 +29.5% | $234,200 +16.2% |
| 2020 | $1,785 -7.3% | $201,600 +17.6% |
| 2019 | $1,925 +21.1% | $171,500 +21.8% |
| 2018 | $1,590 | $140,800 +18.2% |
| 2017 | $1,590 +25.5% | $119,100 -5% |
| 2016 | $1,267 +23.4% | $125,400 +25.3% |
| 2015 | $1,027 -4.5% | $100,100 +1.4% |
| 2013 | $1,075 | $98,700 -9.6% |
| 2011 | -- | $109,200 -6.2% |
| 2010 | -- | $116,400 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 98531
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Washington Elementary SchoolGrades: K-6Distance: 0.3 mi
- 4/10Centralia Middle SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 1.8 mi
- 4/10Centralia High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.7 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Washington Elementary
- Middle: Centralia Mid
- High: Centralia High
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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- Lewis County
- Centralia
- 98531
- 512 E Pear Street
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